Interdisciplinary Studies (Online)

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CBU's online Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) degree program gives you the freedom to design your own bachelor's program. The IDS program is built around the core belief that everyone has a purpose. It’s your life, it’s your purpose, and the interdisciplinary studies program allows you to pursue your purpose on your terms.

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Why earn your B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (Online) at CBU?

Gain skills useful in the workplace

Students who graduate with a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies will be prepared with skills useful in the workplace, such as leadership, department analysis and relationship building. This interactive and hands-on degree program uses online tools to engage with faculty and classmates. Coursework includes real-world projects and case studies that are immediately applicable in the real world.

Learn flexibly online, on your schedule

Classes start every 8 weeks
Accelerated, asynchronous courses offered 100% online
Three semesters offered year round allows students the ability to graduate faster
Transfer friendly — consolidate your undergraduate college credits and finish your degree

Personal Leadership

LDR 330

This course introduces the student to the concepts of personal leadership and helps identifies the skills and strategies that the student may employ to effectively lead.

Interdisciplinary Studies Capstone

IDS 498

Students will review their personal and professional development based upon their baccalaureate experiences at California Baptist University.

Overview of the Bible

CST 100

A general survey of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian writings (New Testament) with special emphasis to the religious and national life of the Hebrew people, the life of Jesus, and the development of the early church.

Student Learning Outcomes

Consistent with the university student outcomes, upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies degree, graduates will be able to:

1. Describe essential concepts related to their field of study.
2. Apply critical thinking in developing meaningful skills and major concepts learned throughout the program.
3. Integrate theories across students’ chosen areas of emphases.
4. Analyze and synthesize professional development within their chosen field.
5. Synthesize disciplinary and interdisciplinary concepts with Biblical truths.
6. Apply interdisciplinary concepts to their chosen field.
7. Evaluate essential concepts in their areas of emphases.

Take the next step toward living your purpose

As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.

Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.

CBU accepts applications for online enrollment throughout the year, and most online degree programs can start at 6 semester entry points per calendar year.